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Insights on hiring and careers
Practical notes on hiring, recruitment, and building a career. Written by people who do this every day.
Nearshore staffing in Costa Rica: an honest comparison
How Costa Rica compares to other nearshore and offshore destinations for customer service, IT, and back office roles, including where it is not the right answer.
Costa Rica labour law: the basics every employer should know
A plain guide to Costa Rican employment rules for foreign employers: contracts, working hours, vacation, aguinaldo, termination, and just cause.
What it actually costs to hire an employee in Costa Rica
Gross salary is only part of the cost of a Costa Rican hire. How employer contributions, the thirteenth month, vacation, and severance stack on top of it.
Hiring in Costa Rica: a practical guide for foreign companies
What foreign employers need to know before hiring in Costa Rica: contracts, mandatory benefits, payroll contributions, timelines, and the mistakes that cost the most.